Tuesday, September 29, 2009

"Color Maze" Contemporary Modern Art Painting by Elizabeth Chapman

Color Maze

Contemporary Modern Art

Acrylic on 24" x 48" (1.5) canvas

Maze: a confusing, intricate network of winding pathways: labyrinth.

Worked on this one ALL DAY yesterday with many changes occurring throughout the day. I began at 6:00 in the morning, took a lunch break with my parents and then back to work until supper and then .... needless to say I so obsessed over it yesterday that I woke up early this morning thinking about more changes. Many of these were recorded as I would photograph the painting and then seeing the image on the screen would help me to see more. .... and so this went on:)

And so how do you know when a painting is done? This is a good question and I believe it is different for every artist. I have discovered that for me it is when I am standing there with brush in hand and can not find another stroke to make. As far as time wise, this can happen within a very short amount of time or can take for who knows how long. I got to that point of knowing late last night, but I also know that coming back in the next day with a fresh perspective is what gives me the confidence in knowing it's done.

Early this morning.... I awoke thinking about yet another change... went in, turned the studio lights on... had a fresh perspective.... and yes!... it's done!!

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Hi and welcome to my blog!! I'm an abstract expressionist painter working from my home/studio in the beautiful Ozarks. I work intuitively with one idea, mark or color leading to the next then the next, and next until a painting emerges. Much like going on a trip without a plan. Pure adventure! My work has been described as lively, vivid, and bold with a complexity of layers. The majority of my paintings are non-representational, although from time to time I will use florals or figures as the subject matter. All my paintings are ORIGINAL works on canvas or paper. My paintings can be purchased directly from me. Email: elizabethchapmanart@gmail.com. A complete portfolio of my work can be viewed:HERE. I am glad you have found me and I hope you enjoy viewing my paintings. Your support is much appreciated. Thank you!

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